The Federico Tesio Stakes is set to take place on April 19, 2025, at Laurel Park, featuring a competitive field of three-year-olds. This 1 1/8-mile dirt race carries a $150,000 purse, and serves as an automatic qualifier for the Preakness Stakes, making it a crucial stepping stone for Triple Crown hopefuls.
Race Details
Race: Federico Tesio Stakes
Date: April 19, 2025
Location: Laurel Park, Laurel, MD
Distance: 1 1/8 miles (Dirt)
Purse: $150,000
Post Time: 5:00 PM ET
Significance: Winner earns a spot in the Preakness Stakes.
Field Overview
1. Surfside Moon (PA)
Pedigree: Malibu Moon – Crescent Lady, by Scat Daddy
Jockey: Mychel J. Sanchez
Trainer: James L. Lawrence II
Owner: Manor Stable LLC & Mair Lee Stables
Analysis: A Pennsylvania-bred colt with solid stamina, Surfside Moon will need to step up against this competitive field.
2. Right Wing Runner (FL)
Pedigree: Preservationist – Silver Lantana, by Badge of Silver
Jockey: Frankie Pennington
Trainer: Scott A. Lake
Owner: Richard Malouf
Analysis: Right Wing Runner has shown promise in past races and could be a factor late in the stretch.
3. Arcadian (KY)
Pedigree: Maclean’s Music – Altesse, by A.P. Indy
Jockey: Samuel Marin
Trainer: Gregory D. Sacco
Owner: Cal-Ram Racing LLC
Analysis: A Kentucky-bred gelding with a strong pedigree, Arcadian has the potential to challenge the favorites.
4. Bold Diversion (MD)
Pedigree: Blofeld – Diva Meg, by Exchange Rate
Jockey: Forest Boyce
Trainer: Rodolfo Sanchez-Salomon
Owner: J R Sanchez Racing Stable LLC
Analysis: A Maryland-bred runner with local experience, Bold Diversion could surprise with a strong performance.
5. Kentucky Outlaw (KY)
Pedigree: Outwork – Fend, by Street Sense
Jockey: Santiago Gonzalez
Trainer: Felissa Dunn
Owner: Felissa Dunn
Analysis: Kentucky Outlaw has shown flashes of talent but will need a career-best effort to contend.
6. Studlydoright (MD)
Pedigree: Nyquist – Peach of a Gal, by Curlin
Jockey: Xavier Perez
Trainer: John J. Robb
Owner: Mens Grille Racing
Analysis: A Maryland-bred colt with a strong pedigree, Studlydoright could be a serious contender.
7. Sacred Thunder (MD)
Pedigree: Holy Boss – Elusory, by Broken Vow
Jockey: Paco Lopez
Trainer: Gary Capuano
Owner: John Hazard
Analysis: Sacred Thunder has performed well in past stakes races and could be a strong contender if he gets a favorable trip.
8. Happily Delusional (KY)
Pedigree: Flatter – Tattersail, by Twirling Candy
Jockey: Dexter Haddock
Trainer: Louis C. Linder, Jr.
Owner: Bran Jam Stable & David W. Clark
Analysis: A Kentucky-bred colt with solid sprinting ability, Happily Delusional will need to prove he can handle the distance.
9. Pay Billy (KY)
Pedigree: Improbable – Harlington’s Rose, by Harlington
Jockey: Raul E. Mena
Trainer: Michael E. Gorham
Owner: RKTN Racing LLC
Analysis: Pay Billy enters the race with strong credentials and could be a factor in the final stretch.
10. Just a Fair Shake (KY)
Pedigree: Laoban – Ladymidtown, by Midshipman
Jockey: Jaime Rodriguez
Trainer: David J. McKenzie
Owner: LaShawna Lynch
Analysis: A Kentucky-bred colt with potential upside, Just a Fair Shake will need to step up against this tough field.
Race Outlook
The Federico Tesio Stakes features a deep and competitive field, headlined by Sacred Thunder, Studlydoright, and Pay Billy. Sacred Thunder enters as a top contender, while Studlydoright has proven consistency. Pay Billy’s experience at Laurel Park makes him a strong challenger.
